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LAS VEGAS, Nov. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon is doubling down on kindness this holiday season by kicking off local surprises that are likely to be the talk of the Thanksgiving table. Starting in Las Vegas and continuing in more than 10 additional cities, Verizon, the network America relies on, is teaming up with media affiliates, including ABC 13, and grocers including Fresh Encounters, Hy-Vee and Kroger, to spread kindness in the form of free groceries.
So why give away groceries? Earlier this year Verizon and Nextdoor conducted a research study with kindness.org to reveal the most effective, appreciated and cost-effective ways that neighbors can spread kindness in their communities. It turns out the #1 kindest thing someone can do is buy groceries for a neighbor - which made this a natural fit.
“We felt so good topping off people’s tanks in the name of kindness this summer, that we knew we needed to do something during the season of giving,” said Krista Bourne, COO, Verizon Consumer Group. “Budgets only get tighter around the holidays and we hope this surprise not only helps put more food on the Thanksgiving table, but inspires the community to do kind things for each other as well.”
Verizon started its #ACallForKindness campaign in 2020, and now counts dozens of other companies as partners who are looking to make the world a kinder place, one act at a time.
Who wouldn’t love some free groceries?! And speaking of value, we want to make sure folks in the community think of Verizon when they think of value this holiday season.
For instance, with Verizon Home Internet service and the Affordable Connectivity Program, eligible households can receive free home internet with Verizon Forward.Or, customers with an existing premium unlimited plan can get 5G Home, Fios 300 Mbps, or LTE Home for $25/mo with Auto Pay.2 And it’s the gift that keeps on giving since those who sign up now will be locked in at that price for 10 years!3
There’s also some great added value with our premium 5G unlimited plans, which unlock home internet for $25/month, and also additional streaming services. For instance, our new One Unlimited for iPhone plan includes Apple One - that’s Apple music, Apple TV, Apple Arcade and iCloud+ for no extra cost4!
And deal-seekers are going to love our holiday promotions which include a free 5G phone when you trade-in your old phone and active on select 5G Unlimited plans, plus a new smartwatch, tablet, earbuds and more1 (service plan required for smartwatch and tablet) - so you can get a gift for you and a gift to give, on us! There are new deals every day, all season long so be sure to visit verizon.com/deals.
Verizon will not be promoting its grocery giveaways in advance, but will be sure to share as they take place! You can learn more about the #ACallForKindness campaign and join our pledge at verizon.com/kindness.
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) was formed on June 30, 2000 and is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services. Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $133.6 billion in 2021. The company offers data, video and voice services and solutions on its award-winning networks and platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity, security and control.
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1Phone with select trade-in and select 5G Unlimited plans. Service plan req'd for gift. 5G phone: Up to $999.99 device payment purchase or full retail purchase w/new smartphone line on One Unlimited for iPhone (all lines on account req'd on plan), 5G Start, 5G Do More, 5G Play More or 5G Get More plans req'd; or w/upgrade smartphone line on select 5G unlimited plans (excludes 5G Start plan). Less up to $1000 trade-in/promo credit applied over 36 mos.; 0% APR. Trade-in conditions apply. Watch/Tablet: Up to $249.99 device payment purchase w/new line on eligible plan req'd. Less up to $249.99 promo credit applied over 36 mos; 0% APR. Accessory discount w/phone, watch, or tablet purchase req'd; discount applied as a Virtual Prepaid Mastercard (sent w/in 8 wks.) All promo credits for phone/watch/tablet offers end if eligibility req's are no longer met.
2 Availability varies. 5G Home, LTE Home, & Fios 300 Mbps plans start at $25/mo. when combined with an existing 5G Do More, 5G Play More, 5G Get More or One Unlimited for iPhone plan. Fios requires Mobile+Home Discount enrollment; $99 Fios setup charge may apply. Auto Pay & paper-free billing req'd. $10/mo. more w/o Auto Pay. Subject to credit approval.
3 10-year price guarantee: Offer valid thru 1.4.23 for new Verizon Home Internet ("VHI") households who have not subscribed to a VHI service within the last 180 days. Applies only to the then current base monthly rate exclusive of any other charges, such as equipment charges, discounts or promotions, including the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and the Verizon Forward Program.
4 Requires account subscribed to One Unlimited for iPhone plan (1 line includes an individual subscription for Apple One; 2+ lines include a family subscription for Apple One). Must remain on the One Unlimited for iPhone plan to access Apple One. Cancel anytime via Verizon. 1 promotion per Verizon account. Add'l terms apply.
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